NFL Trade Verdict

Houston Texans Win

Detroit acquired Juice Scruggs, 2026 4th round pick (128th overall subsequently traded, Connor Lew) and a 2027 7th round pick from Houston Texans for David Montgomery. Houston acquired the proven back; Detroit received useful pieces but took on more projection risk.

March 2, 2026 Detroit Lions ↔ Houston Texans Confidence: medium Tier: minor Review Pending

Detroit Lions Received

pick Juice Scruggs , 2026 4th round pick (128th overall subsequently traded, Connor Lew ) and a 2027 7th round pick

Houston Texans Received

player David Montgomery

Detroit Lions

C+

Houston Texans

Trade Analysis

Houston Texans received David Montgomery and gave up Juice Scruggs, 2026 4th round pick (128th overall subsequently traded, Connor Lew) and a 2027 7th round pick.